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quick
cleaners
Here's
a secret. Some soaps & detergents meant to clean
dirty dishes & soiled laundry work great on bathroom
fixtures such as toilets & sinks. Ex: liquid
dishwashing soap is an effective general cleaner for
vitreous chinaware, porcelain enamel & acrylic
surfaces & laundry detergent can tidy up bath
fixtures in a snap, particularly in areas exposed to hard
water. Non-abrasive cleaners such as Spic-N-Span, Mr.
Clean All-Purpose & Bon Ami help w/ downright dirty
stains.
whirlpools
How
do you thoroughly clean a whirlpool? We recommend using a
general cleaning solution of warm water & a mild
liquid detergent, such as Tide. Every three months,
thoroughly clean the circulatory system by filling the
whirlpool w/ hot water. Once the basin is full, drop in
two teaspoons of dishwasher detergent & one-half cup
household bleach. Run the whirlpool system for two
minutes, drain & refill w/ cold water. Circulate the
cold water for five minutes & drain completely. Now
it's time to shine using a manufacturer-recommended wax.
First, however, restore dull areas by rubbing them w/
white automotive polishing compound. Do not use wire
brushed knives or sharp objects to remove stains or
surface blemishes. They can damage the acrylic
surface.
virtual
vinegar
Soapy
gunk loves to settle on faucet spouts & handles. A
quick trick for chrome faucets & fixtures is white
wine vinegar. Soak a paper towel in the vinegar &
squeeze out the excess. Wrap it around the chrome fixture
& wait 10 minutes. Take off the wet towel & buff
the chrome w/ a dry one. Be sure NOT to use this method
on brass or colored fixtures. While you have the vinegar
out, it also works to unclog sink drains mucked up w/
soap residue & it's safer than chemical drain
openers. |
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liquid
dishwashing soap
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non-abrasive
cleaners
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warm
water
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household
bleach
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white
automotive polishing
compound
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white
wine vinegar
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paper
towel |
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Advice by |
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wear
rubber gloves & work in a
well ventilated
area |
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